Month: March 2025
The FCC is creating a security council to bolster US defenses against cyberattacks
The FCC is creating a security council This will focus on cyber development and defense A holistic approach to cybersecurity is coming to the US government The new chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Brendan Carr, has announced that he will be establishing a security council to protect against…
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‘Podcasting shouldn’t be locked behind walled gardens’: Pocket Casts slams Spotify and makes its web player free to all
The podcasting app Pocket Casts is carving a new narrative for the future of podcasts in a way that’s almost hard to believe. As of Tuesday (March 1) Pocket Casts has eradicated its basic subscription tier for its web and desktop apps, meaning that you can listen to all of…
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Toyota’s self-charging concept EV could help you tackle the daily commute on solar power alone
Toyota’s intriguing concept car measures just 8ft in length In some countries, those as young as 14 will be able to drive it Its solar roof generates around 20 miles of range per day Toyota unveiled a selection of new models at an exclusive event in Brussels this week, covering…
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The FCC is creating a new Council for National Security within the agency
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) said on Thursday it's creating a new Council for National Security within the agency. The FCC's announcement doesn't go into much detail about what the group will do, but a list of its broader goals focuses on US competition with China, including in AI and…
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AI server designed for Chinese military use wins major global design award in Europe
Military-grade AI server wins iF Design Award for its rugged modular design Features include electromagnetic shielding, shock resistance, and moisture protection Operates in extreme conditions from -55°C to 70°C without performance loss The iF Design Awards are an international competition recognizing excellence in design across categories such as product, communication,…
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Mercedes-Benz is hedging its bets with rebooted CLA sedan
Mercedes-Benz’s electric vehicles aren’t exactly selling like hotcakes. The EQS, EQE, and EQB have largely flopped, forcing the company to make significant changes to its electrification plans. While the automaker has scaled back its ambitions, it’s not abandoning them altogether. As Mercedes-Benz Group CEO Ola Källenius said during the company’s…
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